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Maisto e Associati

Private Wealth Law

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : Italy


Maisto e Associati

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About

Provided by Maisto e Associati

Established in 1991 by lawyers with many years of experience in the field, Maisto e Associati is an independent Italian law firm specialised in tax law.

Over the years, the firm has grown consistently in size and reputation and now has over 60 professionals, including 16 partners, with consolidated experience in managing complex, sensitive - domestic and multi-jurisdictional - cases.

Most of the work of the firm has an international dimension. The clientele is represented mainly by national and international financial institutions, venture capital, private equity and real estate players, large corporations and multinationals operating in a variety of industries such as banking, manufacturing, media and entertainment, pharmaceutical, real estate, IT, telecommunications and consulting as well as high-net-worth individuals and international wealthy families. 

Most of the firm’s professionals participate in advisory bodies and study groups, are frequent speakers at congresses and contribute to publications and to the most prestigious Italian and foreign tax journals, thus maintaining a cutting-edge knowledge of the most advanced tax issues. Several firm professionals have substantial experience in international taxation issues, having worked in The Netherlands, the USA and the UK.

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Private Wealth Law - Italy

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Maisto e Associati is a well-regarded firm focusing on complex tax litigation and advice. The team has expertise in addressing complex, often multi-jurisdictional private client matters. The team often advises on Italian tax residency.

Strengths

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  • Maisto provides a highly personalised and thoughtful service. They are very attentive to detail and patient with expatriate needs.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Maisto's team has deep competence, patience and attention to detail and is flexible in its thinking.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Maisto e Associati stands out for its deep technical expertise in Italian tax and private wealth law, its ability to handle complex cross-border matters and its exceptional responsiveness.

    Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleGuglielmo Maisto
    Senior StatespeopleGuglielmo Maisto

    Guglielmo Maisto

    Guglielmo Maisto, the founding partner of Maisto e Associati, is seen as a strong lawyer and is regarded as an expert on tax matters. He handles tax structuring, succession planning and relocation matters.
    • Guglielmo Maisto is outstanding.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Italy, expertise based abroad in UKAlberto Brazzalotto
    Italy, expertise based abroad in UKAlberto Brazzalotto

    Alberto Brazzalotto

    Alberto Brazzalotto heads Maisto e Associati's London office and is a private wealth lawyer. Brazzalotto works on estate planning, relocation and real estate transactions for high net worth individuals.

    • Alberto give very thoughtful and pragmatic advice. He is a very enjoyable lawyer to work with.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 1Marco Cerrato
    Band 1Marco Cerrato

    Marco Cerrato

    Marco Cerrato is a tax lawyer lauded for his client service. Cerrato handles succession planning mandates, litigation work and relocation matters for Italian and international ultra high net worth individuals.

    • Marco is a reference in Italian tax law. His skill is not only in his competence but also his strong relationships with clients and with tax authorities.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Marco is up there as the best. He was originally focused on tax but he now covers all aspects of private client work.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 2Alessandro Bavila
    Band 2Alessandro Bavila

    Alessandro Bavila

    Alessandro Bavila works on tax matters for high net worth families and individuals with a focus on relocation to Italy and succession planning.
    • Alessandro is extremely technical.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
    • Alessandro solves complex problems in a practical way. He's a complete tax adviser.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth
  • Band 3Stefano Tellarini
    Band 3Stefano Tellarini

    Stefano Tellarini

    Stefano Tellarini advises on private wealth and tax matters including family wealth restructuring and high-value real estate transactions.
    • Stefano is an incredibly experienced, detailed, focused tax professional.

      Private Wealth Law respondentHigh Net Worth

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